US Open: Andy Murray suffers second-round exit at hands of inspired Grigor Dimitrov | Tennis News

Andy Murray’s hopes of a deep run at the US Open were dashed as the former champion suffered a second-round exit at the hands of an inspired Grigor Dimitrov.

Murray, the 2012 champion, slumped to defeat against Bulgarian 19th seed Dimitrov with Britain’s former world No 1 a shadow of his old self in a disappointing 6-3 6-4 6-1 loss.

Tale of the Tape

Murray vs Dimitrov: Tale of the Tape

Murray Match Stats Dimitrov
2 Aces 6
7 Double Faults 6
60% 1st serve win percentage 67%
32% 2nd serve win percentage 51%
18/29 Net points won 22/31
2/9 Break points won 7/14
45 Total winners 34
81 Total points won 105

The US Open on Sky Sports: How and where to watch

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Watch the US Open live and exclusive on Sky Sports up until September 10. All courts will be available to watch for the first time

The US Open is back on Sky Sports with the promise to give fans live coverage of the Grand Slam like never before.

Sky welcomes tennis back to its channels, adding to the existing sports portfolio and reaffirming the broadcaster as the home of live sport in the UK & Ireland.

Sky Sports’ new mixed reality studio features multiple custom-built LED screens, integrated light ‘sabres’, and an open canopy roof, making the space alive with colour and energy to reflect the vibrancy of the last Grand Slam of the year.

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Relive Andy Murray’s rollercoaster career at the US Open, which saw him claim his maiden major title in 2012

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From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek- it is time to meet the US Open champion contenders!

With integrated AR capabilities, a versatile LED floor, and a ‘fourth wall’, the viewer will be transported to the Arthur Ashe Stadium in a 360-degree immersive environment. Our tennis experts will take the viewer into the eyes of the players for expert Hawkeye analysis and insight as the tournament progresses.

The technology involved allows us to add an entirely new dimension and will bring customers closer to the action.

Highlights of matches will be available across Sky Sports TV and our social media platforms.

Video highlights will also be available on the Sky Sports website and app, where there will also be a daily live text commentary on the Sky Sports website and app, as well as live scores, reports, analysis and features.

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